Whittingehame Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Escape from Edinburgh
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Whittingehame
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
It was old with a moldy bathtub and dingy carpets. Still, there was a lot of space and the access to the pool/sauna/hot tubs, etc, made it overall a good value.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate
An absolute gem This hotel was excellent - the rooms are all in keeping with the history of the building. The staff were amazing- many thanks to the maintenance man who told us so much of the house history. The food was excellent and we had some great wine. Loved every minute x
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Bayswell Park Hotel
Hotel location wonderful , room view was stunning , second time staying here , Staff great but the overall hotel and room really need updating . Rooms are tired and need work , my parents room had a hill view , beautiful view but the window was totally rotten . Quite expensive rooms for the tired ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Melville Castle
We were looking for a castle stay in Britain as kind of a "bucket list" item. The Melville isn't exactly a "castle," more of a retired/repurposed palace, but the overall experience was what we were looking for - suits of armor, antique paintings and so on. The restaurant is awesome! Great dishes ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Ravelston House
Clean room, excellent bathroom and friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Aynetree Guest House
Room was basic but adequate
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whittingehame
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Royal Mile.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
